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Module 1: Intro to HF&E Flashcards

1
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what is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system and the profession that applies theory, principles, data, method, and design to optimise human well-being and overall system performance?

A

ergonomics

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what are the 3 body knowledge does ergonomics includes for the appropriate design of the living and work environments?

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human abilities, limitations, and characteristics

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TRUE OR FALSE

Ergonomics is “fitting the man to the job”

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False = Fitting the JOB to the MAN

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what greek word does ergonomics come from?

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ergon and nomos

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what does ergon means?

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work or effort

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what does “natural laws of” or “study of” means in greek?

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nomos

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7
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where did ergonomics grew rapidly?

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europe and US

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where is the first ever national ergonomics society held?

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England

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when is the first ever national ergonomics society held where the term “ergonomics” was adopted?

A

1949

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10
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TRUE OR FALSE

Ergonomics was developed into a recognized field during the WORLD WAR II

A

True

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11
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what is the difference between human factors and ergonomics?

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human factors = US, human performance
ergonomics = Europe & PH, safety and comfort of workers

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12
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what are 7 development of HF&E?

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  1. simple tools and utensils
  2. purposeful shaping of tools
    organizational and managerial challenges
  3. military
  4. space applications
  5. aviation applications
  6. design of workplaces and products
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13
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what fields does ergonomics draws knowledges from?

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human sciences and technology

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14
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what are the 3 major fields/area of human factors and ergonomics?

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physical, cognitive, and organizational ergonomics

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what area/field is concerned with human anatomy such as the anthropometric. physiological, and bio-mechanical characteristics?

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physical ergonomics

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16
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what area/field is concerned with mental processes that affect interactions among humans and other elements of a system?

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cognitive ergonomics

17
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what area/field is concerned with the optimization of socio-technical systems such as structures, policies, and processes?

A

organizational ergonomics

18
Q

what are the components of HF&E?

A

anatomy, physiology, and psychology

19
Q

what is the scientific study of the structure of organisms?

20
Q

what is the scientific study of how the human body functions?

A

physiology

21
Q

what is the scientific study of the way the human mind works and how it influences behavior?

A

psychology

22
Q

over the 50 years of ergonomics as a profession, what are the benefits of HF&E?

A
  1. reducing human error in the system performance
  2. reducing hazards to individuals in the work environment
  3. improving system efficiency
  4. designing systems with a user focus
  5. improve quality of life
23
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Minimizing fatigue, overexertion, absenteeism, and labor turnover

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

A

a. Economic Advantages

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Minimizing lost time and costs associated with injuries and accidents

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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a. Economic Advantages

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Elimination or minimizing injuries, strains, and sprains

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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a. Economic Advantages

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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Improving quality and quantity of output

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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a. Economic Advantages

27
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Learning about human desires, capabilities, and limitations

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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b. Progress in knowledge and technology

28
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Developing and applying new theories and practices

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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b. Progress in knowledge and technology

29
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Maximizing safety, efficiency, comfort, and productivity

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

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c. Moral Imperative

30
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MULTIPLE CHOICE

Improving human condition and quality of life

a. Economic Advantages
b. Progress in knowledge and technology
c. Moral Imperative

A

c. Moral Imperative

31
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

Ergonomics are human-centered, single disciplinary, and application oriented

A

False = Multi-disciplinary (the rest are correct except for single disciplinary)

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